Missing only the gravy while dressed as a slice of pumpkin pie and the main course were Dan Bell of Snohomish (No. 66) and Darrel Bell (No. 64), near the finish line during the 2015 Oly Trot 4-Mile Run in downtown Olympia. Steve BloomStaff file, 2015

Missing only the gravy while dressed as a slice of pumpkin pie and the main course were Dan Bell of Snohomish (No. 66) and Darrel Bell (No. 64), near the finish line during the 2015 Oly Trot 4-Mile Run in downtown Olympia. Steve BloomStaff file, 2015

Turkey trots let you stretch your legs before grazing begins

They have become as much of a Thanksgiving tradition as turkey, stuffing and pumpkin pie. For many families, their Thanksgiving celebration begins with a Turkey Trot.

South Sound runners have four to choose from: Gig Harbor, Olympia and two in Tacoma. Those wanting to run in Olympia will have to register by Friday because there is no registration the day of the event.

If you can’t wait, the Fort Steilacoom Running club is holding its Turkey Trot on Sunday. It will take place at 2 p.m. by the barns at Fort Steilacoom Park in Lakewood. For details, go to runfsrc.com/index.php/turkey-trot.

Here is a look at the Thanksgiving Day events, all taking place Nov. 24:

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NORPOINT TURKEY TROT

The 22nd annual event includes a 5-kilometer run, a 2-mile run/walk through Northeast Tacoma and a kids dash.

Children doing the kids dash can join Norpoint staff for crafts and games in the gym while parents run the 5K or 2-mile events.

Participants are encouraged to enter the costume contest and dress up like turkeys. Strollers and dogs on leash are welcome.

When: The action begins at 9 a.m.

Where: Center at Norpoint, 4818 Nassau Ave. NE, Tacoma.

Registration: For the 5K and 2-mile runs, it is $25 through Sunday (Nov. 20), $30 on Monday and Tuesday and $35 the day of the race. For the kids dash, it is $15, $20 and $25. Day-of-race registration closes 45 minutes prior to the start of the race. To make race day easier for all, packets can be picked up 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at the center.

TACOMA CITY TURKEY TROT

This event, produced by the Tacoma City Marathon Association, offers a 5-kilometer run/walk and a 1-kilometer kids run through the Proctor District in Tacoma. The course is certified by USA Track & Field.

Strollers are allowed, if you stay to the back of the pack. Dogs are not permitted on the course.

When: The race begins at 9 a.m., kids run at 10:15 a.m.

Where: Start and finish at Fleet Feet, 3812 N. 26th St., Tacoma.

Registration: $40 for the 5K and $10 for the kids run. $45 and $15 on race day. Online registration closes at midnight Monday.